Corn on the cob is a summer classic, quick and easy to prepare. Being tasty, it can be eaten on its own, but there are several ways to cook and season it in order to make it even tastier. Above all, it is possible to season it before cooking it or even after. If you find it annoying to eat it due to the strands remaining between your teeth, then read on! There are various solutions to get around the obstacle!
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Eating Corn On The Cob
Step 1. Peel the corn on the cob if necessary
If you cooked it unpeeled, you will need to remove it. The removal method should be chosen based on the type of cooking you used. This step is important, especially if you seasoned it before cooking it. In fact, by removing the peel in the wrong way you risk removing the seasoning!
- If the corn on the cob has been boiled, steamed, or microwaved, cut off the bottom by about 3 cm. Grab the cob on the opposite end, which has a tapered shape, and peel off the skin.
- If you've baked or broiled the corn on the cob, untie the string that holds it (or peel off the aluminum foil), then peel off the skin.
Step 2. Add toppings if desired
You can eat the corn on the cob on its own or season it with butter or salt. To make a more elaborate dish, try using butter seasoned with herbs and / or spices. If you seasoned it before cooking, you may want to sprinkle it further with the leftover seasonings.
Do not butter the whole corn cob in one go. Instead, butter only 1 or 2 rows of beans at a time. This will prevent the butter from dripping and dirtying
Step 3. Try cutting the cob in half or thirds
It is a great option if you are not very hungry. Some people also find it easier to eat cob in smaller pieces rather than whole.
Step 4. Insert a skewer inside each end of the cob to keep your fingers clean
This way you will also avoid getting burned if it is still hot. If you can't get hold of the skewers, you might want to wrap a paper towel around each end of the cob instead.
Step 5. Eat the corn on the cob while it is hot
Grab it at both ends and bite into the kernels. Start at one end and advance to the other, as if you were imitating a typewriter's carriage.
You can also eat it vertically instead of horizontally
Step 6. Cut the kernels before eating the cob if you carry the appliance or do not want to soil
Grab one end of the cob and arrange it vertically, then cut the kernels using a sharp knife. You can then eat them with a fork or spoon.
Method 2 of 4: Season the Corn On The Cob
Step 1. Add a knob of flavored butter after cooking
Cook the corn on the cob as you like by placing them in the oven, boiling them or grilling them. Remove the peel if you haven't done so already, then spread a knob of flavored butter on each corncob. Here are some tasty recipes you can try:
- To make a seasoning that has a tangy, tangy note, mix the juice of 1 lime with 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Use it to grease the cobs with a kitchen brush.
- To make a flavored butter dressing, mix 120 g of softened butter with 1-2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs. Use 1 tablespoon of herb-flavored butter for each corn on the cob.
- If you love horseradish, mix 120g of softened butter with 1 tablespoon of mustard and 1 teaspoon of horseradish. Spread 1 tablespoon of the dressing on each cob.
- To add a pungent note, mix 125g of light mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons of hot sauce (e.g. based on cayenne pepper). Spread 1 tablespoon of the dressing on each corncob.
Step 2. Drizzle the corn on the cob with butter and herbs before cooking
Mix 120 g of softened butter with half a teaspoon of salt and 4 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs. These doses are sufficient for 8 cobs. Spread 1 tablespoon of the seasoning on each ear before cooking. Here are some tasty ideas:
- Basil and parsley;
- Chives, parsley and thyme;
- Dill.
Step 3. Try dressing the corn on the cob with garlic butter and parmesan
In a saucepan, melt 80 g of butter along with half a teaspoon of minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Set 2 tablespoons of the flavored butter aside, then pour the rest over 8 corn on the cob. Grill or bake them. Pour the butter you set aside on each ear and add a sprinkle of Parmesan.
- If you've already cooked the corn on the cob, make a smaller amount of butter and pour it over them.
- You can also make fewer corn on the cob and save any leftover butter for another recipe.
Step 4. Season the corn on the cob with chili powder and smoked paprika before cooking
Brush the ears with olive oil, then season them with a mixture of chili powder, smoked paprika, flavored salt, and cayenne pepper. Rewrap them in the peel (or a sheet of aluminum foil) and bake or grill them as you like.
To season 6 corn on the cob, you will need: 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, half a teaspoon of flavored salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper
Step 5. Prepare Mexican-inspired corn on the cob
Bake or grill them to your liking. Remove the peel and rub 1 tablespoon of butter on each corncob. Drizzle with a mixture of chili powder, grated cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro. Finally, add a squeeze of lime juice.
Method 3 of 4: Cook the Corn On The Cob
Step 1. Bake the cobs at 250 ° C for 20 minutes
Peel them momentarily and remove the strands. Add a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter, then use other seasonings. Cover them again with the peel. Bake them at 250 ° C for 20 minutes.
The peels can be removed entirely, but it is good to wrap the cobs with a sheet of aluminum foil before putting them in the oven
Step 2. Boil the corn on the cob for 3 to 5 minutes
Fill a large pot with enough water to cover them. Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Remove the skin and filaments from the ears, then place them in the pot. Bring the water to a boil and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
- To make them softer, boil them for 2 to 3 minutes.
- If the corn on the cob is less fresh, cook it for 6 to 8 minutes.
Step 3. Grill the corn on the cob to add a smoky note
Discover the surface of the ears by temporarily removing the skins and detach the filaments. Brush a drizzle of olive oil or a knob of butter on the corn on the cob, then roll it up with the skins. Tie the husks around the cobs with a string to secure them. Grill the covered ears over medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes, turning them every 5 minutes. Before removing the peel and serving, wait for them to cool enough to be able to pick them up.
- If you don't have a string, wrap the entire corn cob (peel included) with a sheet of aluminum foil.
- Leave the corn on the cob in water for 30 minutes before grilling. This will help make them softer and more juicy.
- To make the smoky taste more intense, remove the skins and grill the corn on the cob for about another 5 minutes. Turn them 1 or 2 times during this time.
Step 4. Cook the corn on the cob in the microwave for 4 to 6 minutes
Take a deep microwave-safe dish and fill it with enough water to cover the corn on the cob. Put 2 corn on the cob (with peel) in it. Cook them at maximum power for 4 to 6 minutes. Wait until they have cooled enough for you to pick them up, then peel them and remove the strands.
Step 5. Cook the corn on the cob in a steamer basket for 15 minutes
Fill a large saucepan with 2 inches of water. Add 2 tablespoons of salt. Insert a steamer basket into the saucepan, then arrange the peeled corn on the cob. Bring the water to a boil and put the lid on the pot. Steam them for 15 minutes and remove them with tongs. Let them cool slightly and serve them.
- Be sure to remove the skins and filaments for this type of cooking.
- Cut the cobs in half if they do not fit in the pot.
Method 4 of 4: Accompany the Corn on the Cob with other Foods
Step 1. Serve the corn on the cob with other vegetables
Whether you have them grilled, baked or steamed, you can easily combine them with other vegetables. Choose seasonal vegetables and steam them or sauté them to your liking. Serve them together with corn on the cob to make a tasty vegetarian dinner.
Zucchini and peppers go particularly well with corn on the cob
Step 2. Accompany the cobs with the fish
White fish, such as tilapia or trout, go particularly well with baked or grilled corn on the cob, but you can also use steamed ones. Here are a couple of tasty ideas:
- Before cooking the fish, bread it with flavored breadcrumbs. Serve it together with the corn on the cob after having seasoned them with olive oil and pepper.
- Before cooking, marinate the fish in a red pepper mixture. Season the corn on the cob with paprika before grilling.
Step 3. Make a simple meal of corn on the cob and chicken
For a rich and tasty dish, try baking chicken breast, steamed corn on the cob, and sautéed seasonal vegetables. Season everything with a lemon and butter sauce to add flavor to the dish. Corn on the cob can also be served alongside a sandwich filled with grilled chicken.
Step 4. Serve the corn on the cob with the barbecue beef
Corn on the cob goes well with any grilled cut of beef, such as marinated burgers, steaks, and shish kebabs. To save time and avoid dirtying the pots, grill the corn on the cob next to the meat. Meat and corn on the cob can also be served with fresh vegetables and potatoes to make a more substantial and nutritious meal.
Step 5. Wrap the corn cobs in bacon before grilling
Bacon is capable of adding a flavorful note to any food, and corn on the cob is no exception. Remove the skin and filaments from the cobs. Wrap a thick slice of bacon around the ears. Wrap the corn on the cob and bacon in aluminum foil, then grill over moderate heat for 20 to 25 minutes. Turn them once during cooking. Let them cool until you can grab them, remove the aluminum foil and serve them.
To intensify the flavor, add a sprinkle of chili powder before wrapping the corn on the cob and bacon in foil
Advice
- Salt the water if you intend to boil the corn on the cob. In this way the beans will come off more easily and will be kept whole.
- Some people find it easier to remove the husk from the cob after baking it.
- Let the corn cob cool for a few minutes after cooking. This will make it easier to manage.
- Cut larger corn on the cob in half or thirds to make cooking easier if using a saucepan or microwave.
- Remember to floss your teeth after eating corn on the cob!
